Jackson County authorities dug deeper after getting conflicting statements into what was initially reported as a suicide and have accused the victim's roommate with first-degree manslaughter and being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Dylan Branting Ashmun, 26, of Eagle Point, was lodged in the Jackson County Jail, according to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office.

The case began Wednesday when authorities investigated what was reported as a suicide. The body of Joseph Faaeteete, 24, of Eagle Point, dead from a gunshot wound was found in the garage.

But after talking with witnesses, authorities decided to activate the major assault and death investigation unit.

Oregon State Police troopers were assisted by other detectives from multiple law enforcement agencies, and a search of the residence turned up multiple firearms, drugs and drug paraphernalia, deputies said.

Two of three people who left the residence before deputies arrived were identified and located, but authorities are continuing to look for a third person.